Prime Minister Shinzo Abe held the tenth meeting of the Council for the Implementation of Education Rebuilding at the Prime Minister's Office.

During the meeting, discussion took place on the future of connections among high schools and universities, and university entrance examinations.

The Prime Minister said in his opening address,

"I would like to offer some remarks upon the opening of the tenth meeting of the Council for the Implementation of Education Rebuilding.
First of all, the Act on Promotion of Bullying Prevention Measures was enacted last week on the 21st.
I would like to express my deep gratitude to House of Representatives members Mr. Endo, Mr. Tomita, and other Diet members concerned who, after receiving the recommendations of the Council and undergoing many subsequent hours of ruling-opposition party consultations, finalized the bill, enabling the establishment of this Act during the current session of the Diet. The Government, under the leadership of Minister Shimomura, will make full efforts to prevent bullying and other problems by implementing this Act appropriately.
Today, continuing on from the previous meeting, the Council will discuss the connections among high schools and universities, including university entrance examinations.
With regard to university entrance examinations, Japan is no exception in that in other countries as well, examinations are designed based on the overall school system in the respective countries.
In this sense, this is not merely an issue of the system of entrance examinations. This matter needs to be reviewed from the standpoint of how to foster the skills necessary for the future of society, looking at the three elements of education through high school, the format of university examinations, and university education in an integrated manner.
I would like to ask members to continue to hold discussions while keeping in mind the overall education system for future generations. Thank you for your efforts."